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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Toivo Sukari now reveals what he plans to do with Asko and Sotka – A grim assessment of the funds of old customers

Toivo Sukari discusses his recent acquisition of bankrupt furniture brands Asko and Sotka, emphasizing his love for furniture and the responsibility he feels towards customers.

Mar 22 • 17:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Mick McCarthy brands Roy Keane a 'c***' in fresh rant after Saipan movie release

Mick McCarthy reignites his feud with Roy Keane following the release of a film about their infamous fallout during the 2002 World Cup.

Mar 22 • 15:47 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Life & Tech

The Curator: Brands you didn’t know you could shop on Amazon

Amazon has evolved from a marketplace for everyday essentials to a platform offering luxury and high-quality brands, surprising many shoppers.

Mar 22 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

9 bed sets that instantly transform rooms for spring as Dusk and Dunelm continue sale

The article highlights nine bed sets from brands Dusk, Dunelm, and Habitat that can refresh bedroom decor for spring, featuring styles with floral patterns, pastel tones, and textured finishes, all available at discounted prices.

Mar 22 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

From the House of Savoy to the Greek Royal House: Dynasties That No Longer Reign But Have Managed to Make Their Voices Heard

The article explores how several former royal dynasties, including the House of Savoy and the Greek Royal House, have transitioned from ruling authorities to influential brands in contemporary society.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This is how people commented on the sale of Asko and Sotka

Finnish consumers express mixed feelings about the sale of Asko and Sotka brands, highlighting concerns about domestic production and competition with foreign brands.

Mar 21 • 14:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Expert: This is the problem Toivo Sukari may have

Toivo Sukari's acquisition of Asko and Sotka brands offers opportunities but highlights potential challenges in reviving their retail presence.

Mar 21 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Askola and Sotka became big news - This is what happens with the bankruptcy

The brands Askola and Sotka have been acquired by the Sukari Group amid a bankruptcy, as confirmed by Tuomas Penttilä, the trustee overseeing the bankruptcy estate.

Mar 21 • 09:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Topi Sukari bought Askon and Sotkan – now the bankruptcy estate manager speaks

Toivo 'Topi' Sukari has purchased the rights to the Askon and Sotkan brands from the bankruptcy estate, as confirmed by Tuomas Penttilä, the estate manager.

Mar 21 • 09:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

British gas company and 5 major businesses plummet into administration

A significant number of UK businesses, including notable brands, have entered administration, reflecting ongoing economic distress.

Mar 21 • 00:11 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Unilever wants to sell its food division. Interested in acquiring Knorr and Hellmann's brands

Unilever is in talks to sell its food division, including brands like Knorr and Hellmann’s, to the American company McCormick & Company.

Mar 20 • 18:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Unilever negotiates sale of food business to rival American McCormick

Unilever is in talks to sell its food business to McCormick & Company, which would combine their respective brands.

Mar 20 • 15:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Top latest celeb high street collaborations at M&S, Next and more picked by our fashion experts

Fashion experts highlight the latest celebrity collaborations with UK high street brands, showcasing styles from leading figures like Michelle Keegan and Kim Cattrall.

Mar 20 • 14:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Applebee’s and Ihop unite – will new ‘dual’ restaurant tempt back US diners?

Applebee’s and IHOP have launched a combined restaurant in Hawthorne, NY, with a festive opening ceremony aimed at attracting diners back to both brands.

Mar 20 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Claudia Winkleman brands her new chat show 'awful' and calls for it to end after backlash

Claudia Winkleman expressed her disappointment with her new chat show, describing it as 'awful' amidst mixed reviews from critics and viewers.

Mar 20 • 11:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Emily Atack's spring-ready leopard print ballet flats are from one of Princess Kate's go-to brands

Emily Atack showcases leopard print ballet flats from a brand favored by Princess Kate, highlighting a trendy spring fashion choice.

Mar 20 • 11:46 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Life & Tech

The Curator: The ultimate spring cleaning checklist

The article provides a spring cleaning checklist emphasizing eco-friendly products and highlighting Canadian brands.

Mar 20 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Unilever and Kraft Heinz discussed a merger that would unite Hellman's mayonnaise and Heinz ketchup under the same company

Kraft Heinz and Unilever recently explored a megamerger of their food brands, potentially bringing together Heinz ketchup and Hellmann's mayonnaise, although negotiations have been halted.

Mar 20 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

What do Spanish designer brands lack (and what do they have too much of) to be relevant abroad?

Spanish designer brands struggle with visibility and relevance internationally despite having a lot of creative talent.

Mar 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

For years, mother and daughter have sewn for the giants of luxury. Now they do it for their own brand

A mother and daughter team previously working for luxury brands have launched their own clothing line, Mantù.

Mar 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Social media indicate price reduction at Zara the day after the group's brand arrives in Brazil

Social media users report price drops at Zara coinciding with the launch of its sister brands in Brazil.

Mar 19 • 19:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Nicky Butt brands Man Utd legend Roy Keane 'very stubborn' after his Michael Carrick rant

Nicky Butt criticizes Roy Keane's comments against Michael Carrick becoming Manchester United's permanent manager.

Mar 19 • 18:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Best salt and vinegar crisps crowned – supermarket brand beats Kettles

A blind taste test revealed that supermarket own-brand salt and vinegar crisps outperformed popular brands like Kettle.

Mar 19 • 15:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Supermarket marmalade named best in UK beating Tiptree — and it's less than £2

Morrisons' Seville Orange marmalade has been named the best in the UK by Which? magazine, outperforming premium brands and sold for under £2.

Mar 19 • 15:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

I try the best and cheapest electric toothbrushes on the market

The article reviews affordable electric toothbrushes, comparing five models from recognized brands, each priced at under 50 euros.

Mar 19 • 15:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuanian cosmetics manufacturers – 35 years: the first legendary "Margarita" face creams were made in a construction trailer

A Lithuanian cosmetics company celebrates 35 years since its founding, marking its success story with popular brands like "Margarita," "Ecodenta," and "Rasa," and aiming for innovation in the industry.

Mar 19 • 13:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Consumer companies expect to 'score' in sales from the World Cup

With the 2026 World Cup approaching, companies like Arca Continental, Coca-Cola FEMSA, and OXXO foresee a significant boost in demand during this sporting event, projecting an economic impact of over $4 billion for Mexico.

Mar 19 • 08:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

We Found the 6 Best Mascaras from the Supermarkets – These Are Not Overpriced

A review highlights six budget-friendly mascare products available in supermarkets that rival costly brands in quality and performance.

Mar 19 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Hundreds of firms including famous brands named and shamed for underpaying staff - full list

Nearly 400 companies, including well-known brands, have been penalized for failing to pay employees the minimum wage in the UK.

Mar 19 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Bad news in Florida: the DeSantis government revealed elevated levels of toxins in several infant formulas after analyzing 24 brands

Florida's government has detected high levels of toxins in 16 infant formulas as part of a state health initiative.

Mar 18 • 20:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

You Will Regret Buying Them: Identifying 5 Cars to Avoid

A recent article discusses five car brands that consumers are advised to avoid due to reliability issues.

Mar 18 • 15:32 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Enel is the first Italian brand in the world for value

Enel has topped the prestigious 'Most Valuable Italian Brands 2026' ranking for the first time, achieving a brand value of $18 billion following a 17% growth in one year.

Mar 18 • 15:14 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Chery joins the ranks of ten Chinese brands in the Slovak market. It offers a hybrid SUV

The Chinese automaker Chery is officially entering the Slovak market with a lineup of hybrid SUVs as the demand for electric vehicles surges.

Mar 18 • 08:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Chinese flop in tire test. Better not to put these summer tires on Superb

A German automobile club tested 15 summer tires and found Pirelli Cinturato C3 as the top performer, while highlighting poor performance from some cheaper Chinese brands.

Mar 18 • 08:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Ten brands of canned sardines to enjoy a healthy and cheap fish

This article discusses ten brands of canned sardines that are not only affordable but also nutritious and increasingly popular.

Mar 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I tried chocolate bunnies from Tesco, M&S, Aldi and more — the winner beat Lindt and Cadbury

A taste test of Easter chocolate bunnies from various UK supermarkets revealed a surprising winner that outperformed well-known brands Lindt and Cadbury.

Mar 18 • 00:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Zara's Latest Project: This Will Be the Most Surprising Collaboration of the Year

Spanish fashion retailer Zara is planning a remarkable new collaboration with controversial designer John Galliano, known for his previous work with high-end brands and his contentious past.

Mar 17 • 17:09 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Fox News Digital tops news brands for 60th straight month in multiplatform minutes with dominant February

Fox News Digital has maintained its leading position among news brands for the 60th month in a row, achieving over 3.5 billion multiplatform minutes in February.

Mar 17 • 16:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The Most Damaged Car Brands in Finland – A Surprising Top Three

Tesla leads the list of car brands with the most reported damage incidents in Finland, followed by BMW and Jaguar.

Mar 17 • 15:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

General Mills closes sale of its business in Brazil to 3corações

General Mills has announced the sale of its Brazilian operations, including local brands Yoki and Kitano, to 3corações for a focus on profitable long-term growth.

Mar 17 • 13:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Unobtrusive Star Named Å koda. Why It Pays to Be Second

This article discusses the merits of being in a secondary position, with a focus on the Å koda brand's growth and success.

Mar 17 • 06:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sales, flirtations, and defections: The cava families leave home

The cava industry in Penedès is experiencing upheaval as traditional family brands seek to detach from the Control Board amid commercial challenges and declining sales.

Mar 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

What is the best packaged lasagna from the supermarket?

An expert taster evaluates nine brands of supermarket lasagna to determine which is the best.

Mar 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An automaker lowered the price of several of its cars and launched 0% financing for this month

Stellantis has announced significant price reductions on various vehicles and is offering 0% financing options for several brands.

Mar 17 • 03:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The new lineup that wants to dominate the SUV segment.

Chinese brands continue to accelerate their growth in the Mexican market, with Changan renewing four key models to strengthen its presence.

Mar 16 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

New Chinese vehicle brands arrive in Cuenca

New Chinese vehicle brands Omoda & Jaecoo have established their first sales point in Azuay, Ecuador, reflecting the growing demand for efficient vehicle technologies.

Mar 16 • 19:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Stellantis Group updated its prices and reduced the values of Fiat, Peugeot, Ram, and DS models

Stellantis has reduced prices for its Fiat, Peugeot, Ram, and DS brands following the elimination of a luxury tax on cars in Argentina.

Mar 16 • 15:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Good news for car buyers: Many car brands have extended their warranties by years

Several car manufacturers are extending their warranty periods in a competitive market to attract buyers.

Mar 16 • 12:41 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

US Boycott: Why American Brands Are Now Presenting Themselves as German

American brands are emphasizing their connections to Germany as a response to the challenges posed by U.S. policies under Donald Trump.

Mar 16 • 12:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warning to Consumers about Dangerous Food Supplement: Urges to Check and Not to Use This Product

A dangerous food supplement has been identified and consumers are warned not to use it, with reports of illnesses associated with the product.

Mar 16 • 10:34 UTC

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